Lyrics
It's an effed-up world, girl
It acknowledges the challenging nature of the world.
That's the truth
Asserts the truthfulness of the statement in line 1.
But in this effed-up world, girl
Despite the difficulties, the person being addressed is living proof of resilience.
You're living proof
Reiterates that the individual is a testament to overcoming challenges.
We're still in with a shout
Suggests there's still hope or a chance for positive outcomes.
Thanks for reaching out to me
Expresses gratitude for the person reaching out in support.
When I feel under threat, now
When feeling threatened, the person strives to do their best.
I do the best I can
Describes the effort to cope with challenges.
To try not to forget
Emphasizes the importance of remembering one's fortunate circumstances.
How lucky I am
Acknowledges luck in the face of uncertainty.
In this world of doubt
Refers to the pervasive uncertainty in the world.
Thanks for reaching out to me
Expresses thanks for the support extended to the person.
Let's take these down with it
Suggests facing challenges together.
This is my mixtape, my romantic gesture
Describes the song as a personal and romantic expression.
A dozen red roses left on your doorstep
Mentions traditional romantic gestures like red roses.
This is my balcony scene, my drunken tattoo
References various symbolic acts of love.
My heart-shaped balloon, my graffiti on a factory wall
Lists unconventional expressions of love.
This is my Taj Mahal, my Albert Memorial
Compares personal expressions of love to iconic structures.
My hanging gardens of Babylon
Continues the comparison, emphasizing the uniqueness of the gestures.
This is my long and winding road, my God only knows
References a famous Beatles song, suggesting a complex journey of love.
My Up the Junction
Mentions a well-known song, indicating a shared cultural experience.
Typed out on a bus and sent from my iPhone
Specifies the modern communication method used for a message.
The world is such a mess, girl
Describes the world as chaotic and the speaker as just another person dealing with it.
I'm just another clown
Acknowledges personal imperfections using the metaphor of a clown.
But I will do my best girl
Commits to doing the best to avoid disappointment.
Not to let you down
Expresses determination not to let the person down.
I think we're in with a shout (shout)
Believes there is a chance for success.
Thanks for reaching out to me
Expresses gratitude again for the support extended.
To me
Reiteration of thanks.
To me
Further reiteration of thanks.
To me
Final expression of thanks.
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